The Rookie_
"Never off duty."
Starting over isn't easy, especially for small-town guy John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of being an LAPD officer. As the force's oldest rookie, he’s met with skepticism from some higher-ups who see him as just a walking midlife crisis.
Created By
Alexi Hawley
Network
ABC
Episodes
144
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Netflix
17 countries
Disney+
12 countries
Prime Video
FREE
6 countries
Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels
4 countries
U
Universal+ Amazon Channel
2 countries
Hulu
2 countries
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Overview
The Rookie has 8 seasons with 144 episodes spanning 2018-2026.
Nathan Fillion →
Rating
With a 8.5/10 rating from 2,949 votes, The Rookie is considered highly rated.
Year context
The Rookie first aired 8 years ago in 2018.
CAST (10)
SEASONS (8 seasons, 144 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Pilot
Starting over isn't easy, especially for small-town guy John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of being a police officer. As the force's…
02
Crash Course
Talia forces Nolan to confront his personal moral instincts in order to be a good cop after he encounters a kidnapping victim. Lucy is temporarily…
03
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
After Nolan and Talia lose control of a crime scene, they begin to debate whether people are fundamentally good or bad and what that means…
04
The Switch
The rookies are temporarily paired with new training officers, and Nolan is paired with Lopez. When Nolan and Lopez track down an escaped criminal, they…
05
The Roundup
Nolan, the rookies and their training officers get involved in a competition that pits them against each other. Chen notices Bradford is obsessed with winning…
06
The Hawke
Nolan and the team must help capture a cop and his former mentor from the academy after he becomes a fugitive following an assault. Bradford…
07
The Ride Along
Grey informs Nolan and Bishop that they are going to have a movie director as a ride-along during their patrol after a fun afternoon granting…
08
Time of Death
Nolan and Bishop respond to a silent alarm call at a local convenience store where two men are attempting to rob the place. Bishop helps…
09
Standoff
Officer Bradford’s wife, Isabel, is found shot but alive and he vows to track down the man responsible. Meanwhile, Officer Nolan must protect his home…
10
Flesh and Blood
On Captain Andersen’s orders, Officer Nolan and Sergeant Grey are paired up for the day on patrol. Additionally, Nolan’s son and Grey’s daughter visit their…
11
Redwood
An unscheduled visit by the vice president of the United States puts the station on high alert. The secret service tasks Officer Nolan and Officer…
12
Heartbreak
The most dangerous day of the year – Valentine’s Day – has the team on high alert, and Officer Nolan invites everyone over for a…
13
Caught Stealing
The rookies become the prime suspects after it is discovered a large sum of money used in a drug bust has gone missing.
14
Plain Clothes Day
The rookies are really put to the test when their training officers accompany them out of uniform for Plain Clothes Day, which forces them to…
15
Manhunt
When a prison bus crashes, all units must respond as some inmates face severe injuries while others seek an opportunity to flee. In the wake…
16
Greenlight
Officer Nolan gets a lesson in respect after his arrest of a gang member leads to a free-for-all on his life. Meanwhile, Officer Chen and…
17
The Shake Up
A massive earthquake rocks the city and throws everyone’s patrols and its citizens into chaos. Meanwhile, agent Russo recommends Officer Nolan for a protective detail…
18
Homefront
When one of their colleagues is arrested by Internal Affairs for lying on the witness stand, it leads to the release of three felons whose…
19
The Checklist
Sergeant Gray informs the rookies that they must track down a specific set of crimes in a 48-hour period in order to qualify for their…
20
Free Fall
As the rookies prepare for a big exam to see who moves on to the next stage of training, Officer Nolan and Officer Bishop are…
SEASON 2
01
Impact
Danger is ever-present as the officers of the Mid-Wilshire precinct grapple with the aftermath of a plotted attack on the city of Los Angeles, leaving…
02
The Night General
Nolan teams up with new night detective Nick Armstrong for a murder investigation case that results in an unexpected reunion with a former love interest.…
03
The Bet
Officer Nolan navigates building tension in his relationship with Jessica and a developing rapport with Grace while working a high-stakes criminal case involving an undercover…
04
Warriors and Guardians
Officer Nolan gets off to a rocky start after being introduced to his new training officer, Nyla Harper, who has an unconventional approach to police…
05
Tough Love
As part of their second phase of training, the rookies are asked to develop their first confidential informants. Officer Nolan soon discovers that no two…
06
Fallout
An emergency alert of an impending missile attack sends Los Angeles into chaos and uncertainty, while the officers each try to keep the peace and…
07
Safety
John and Jessica’s relationship gets a lot more complicated after she delivers some surprising news. Meanwhile, Officer Bradford and Office West are assigned a community…
08
Clean Cut
Officer Nolan kicks off his birthday by babysitting a crime scene at a law office. Meanwhile, Officer Bradford and Officer West are set to receive…
09
Breaking Point
Officer Nolan’s trust is tested when he tries to help the previous owner of his home reconnect with his family. Meanwhile, Officer Harper has finally…
10
The Dark Side
Officer Nolan and team are charged with escorting a notorious female serial killer to the graves of her previously unrecovered victims. However, when they arrive,…
11
Day of Death
Officer Nolan and the entire team are in a desperate search to rescue Officer Chen after her abduction and must attempt to get Rosalind to…
12
Now and Then
Nolan takes his son’s fiancé, Abigail, on a ride-along after she shows interest in becoming a police officer. Meanwhile, Jackson’s relationship is becoming complicated at…
13
Follow-Up Day
Nolan is given some life-changing news and invites Grace over for a homecooked meal in his newly remodeled kitchen. Meanwhile, each unit is tasked with…
14
Casualties
Officers Nolan and Harper investigate a murder which may have national security implications, while Officer Bradford must confront his past when he crosses paths with…
15
Hand-Off
Officer Nolan is having a particularly bad day after learning his identity has been stolen and could jeopardize his position as an officer. Meanwhile, Sgt.…
16
The Overnight
Officers Chen and Bradford respond to a call at the Los Angeles auditions of “American Idol,” and Officer Chen ends up facing Ryan Seacrest and…
17
Control
Officer Nolan’s relationship with his first confidential informant is tested when he discovers her back on the street dealing drugs. Meanwhile, Lucy’s fear of dating…
18
Under the Gun
Officers Nolan and Harper are tasked with escorting four juvenile offenders to a Scared Straight program at a correctional facility that quickly becomes a riotous…
19
The Q Word (1)
Their rookie year is coming to an end and officers Nolan, Chen and West are about to be squeezed harder than ever before as their…
20
The Hunt (2)
Nolan's discovery goes much deeper than he expected and could put his life and career in jeopardy.
SEASON 3
01
Consequences
Nearing the end of his training, Nolan now faces his biggest challenge as a police officer yet when he must come to terms with the…
02
In Justice
Officer John Nolan and Officer Nyla Harper are assigned to a community policing center to help rebuild their station’s reputation in the community. Nolan is…
03
La Fiera
Officer John Nolan's mom makes an unannounced visit that complicates his life, and Sergeant Grey considers retiring.
04
Sabotage
Officer Jackson West’s relationship with his new training officer, Stanton, has escalated and he begins to work with Sergeant Grey to find a solution.
05
Lockdown
Officer Nolan is taken hostage by a man with nothing to lose while the station goes on lockdown and races to identify the suspect before…
06
Revelations
Officer Nolan’s decision to return to school in order to become a training officer is proving to be much harder than he expected. Meanwhile, Officer…
07
True Crime
The team gets the true crime docuseries treatment when they analyze a recent case featuring a former child actor whose adult life has garnered him…
08
Bad Blood
Officer Nolan, Officer Harper and Detective Lopez are assigned to the kidnapping of the son of a criminal court judge who has a long list…
09
Amber
An Amber Alert sends the team on a race against time to find a newborn infant who was stolen from a local hospital. Meanwhile, Officers…
10
Man of Honor
Harper and Nolan respond to a bank robbery in progress and realize the motives of the thief run much deeper than just needing money. Jackson…
11
New Blood
When professor Fiona Ryan’s car window is smashed following a series of mysterious notes, Nolan volunteers to guard her house overnight. Lucy notices that Tim…
12
Brave Heart
After rushing his son, Henry, to the hospital following his collapse, Nolan is reunited with his ex-wife, Sarah, and they must come together to help…
13
Triple Duty
Officers Nolan and Bradford hope they can de-escalate a drug war before any innocent lives are lost. Meanwhile, Officer Harper hopes she can get Officer…
14
Threshold
Officer Nolan mildly injures himself while chasing down a shoplifter and the local DA wants to charge the suspect with assault despite Nolan's wishes. Meanwhile,…
SEASON 4
01
Life and Death
Officer Nolan and the entire team race against the clock to locate Lopez after she is kidnapped on her wedding day, not only to save…
02
Five Minutes
Officer Nolan and Officer Chen’s run-in with an infamous thief tips them off to a potentially big heist surrounding the Getty’s big gala event. Meanwhile,…
03
In the Line of Fire
Officer Nolan and officer Chen report to a structure fire and suspect that there is more to the situation than meets the eye. Meanwhile, after…
04
Red Hot
Officer Nolan and Officer Chen search for a missing person who may have international ties that puts everyone’s lives in danger. Meanwhile, Harper continues the…
05
A.C.H.
When a new designer drug hits LA streets, it turns users into “zombies,” and Officer Nolan and the team have a Halloween they won’t soon…
06
Poetic Justice
Officer Nolan and team are on a hunt to retrieve a buried stash of gold before any treasure seekers get hurt. Meanwhile, Bradford is tasked…
07
Fire Fight
In the aftermath of Fred’s house explosion, Officer Nolan and Bailey discover there’s more to Fred’s death than meets the eye. Meanwhile, Officer Chen and…
08
Hit and Run
The team goes on a city-wide hunt for an individual who is threatening a mass casualty event. Meanwhile, Tim’s sister Genny shows up unannounced with…
09
Breakdown
Desperate to break free from his connection to Elijah, Wesley tries to plant a listening device in his office to incriminate him; Officer Bradford and…
10
Heart Beat
Now that John Nolan knows about Bailey’s past, he must decide if they still have a future. Meanwhile, when a plane crashes in the middle…
11
End Game
The team must rely on a criminal for his expertise to help take down an even bigger threat. Meanwhile, Officers Chen and Bradford investigate the…
12
The Knock
The team responds to the report of a severed hand washing up on the beach and are on the hunt to find its owner. Meanwhile,…
13
Fight or Flight
Officers John Nolan and Lucy Chen must fulfill three quests if they want to get a stolen police helicopter back safely from a teenage thief.…
14
Long Shot
Officer Nolan and Detective Harper help Skip Tracer Randy on his first bounty hunter case. Meanwhile, Officer Chen and Sergeant Bradford are on the hunt…
15
Hit List
Officer Harper puts Officer Aaron through “Plain Clothes Day,” but the exercise is interrupted by an unsuspected visitor. After two witnesses for an upcoming grand…
16
Real Crime
Desperate to reset the way the world sees him, Officer Thorsen reluctantly decides to be a part of a reality show to help rebrand his…
17
Coding
Officer John Nolan and the team feel they must negotiate with a distraught man who is holding a hospital hostage to ensure his wife receives…
18
Backstabbers
After the robbery of a train filled with valuable auction items turns deadly, the team is called to investigate. Meanwhile, Officer Chen has doubts about…
19
Simone
Officer Nolan and the LA division of the FBI enlist the help of FBI trainee Simone Clark when one of her former students is suspected…
20
Enervo
The team alongside the LA Division of the FBI are in a race to stop bombs that have been scattered throughout the city by a…
21
Mother's Day
Sergeant Grey supports Officer Nolan’s desire to become a training officer and offers to ride with him for the day to get him ready. Meanwhile,…
22
Day in the Hole
Officer John Nolan is forced to spend a week in solitary confinement in a quiet border town with a young local officer who is in…
SEASON 5
01
Double Down
Officer John Nolan is once again face-to-face with serial killer Rosalind, and she wants him to know she's not done with him yet. Meanwhile, officers…
02
Labor Day
Officer John Nolan is moving closer to his new role as a training officer. In preparation, he is tasked with overseeing Officer Aaron Thorson and…
03
Dye Hard
Officer John Nolan is assigned his first rookie, Officer Celina Juarez, whose unconventional approach to police work poses a unique challenge for him.
04
The Choice (I)
Rosalind returns with a vengeance and Bailey’s life is left hanging in the balance. With a ticking clock, the LAPD and the FBI join forces,…
05
The Fugitive
Officer John Nolan and Officer Celina Juarez are on the hunt for a fugitive after a car incident goes awry. Meanwhile, a past injury comes…
06
The Reckoning
Officer John Nolan and a sleep-deprived Celina investigate a cash deposit linked to an old DEA case. Meanwhile, Wesley grows increasingly concerned about his deposition…
07
Crossfire
Officer John Nolan and Celina witness a shooting, realize the victim was already dead, and investigate further. Back at home, Bailey has been feeling off-center…
08
The Collar
Officers John Nolan and Celina Juarez are in a race against time to stop the source of an explosive rampage.
09
Take Back
Officer John Nolan and the team investigate the unexpected death of a suspect in police custody. Their search also uncovers a very delicate loose end…
10
The List (I)
Detective Nyla Harper and James find themselves in the middle of a bank robbery which leads the entire team on a citywide manhunt. Meanwhile, Tim…
11
The Naked and the Dead
The search for a missing boy leads the team into the middle of a dangerous drug war between two rival gangs.
12
Death Notice
Nolan and Celina must stand guard at a hospital after a dangerous prisoner needs surgery. Aaron, Lopez and Harper look into a string of robberies.…
13
Daddy Cop
In the midst of a heatwave and a citywide blackout, Officer John Nolan and Aaron follow increasingly large leads after they discover criminals hiding at…
14
Death Sentence
Officer John Nolan and Bailey are on the hunt for a mystery gunman after a shooting hits a little too close to home. Meanwhile, Aaron…
15
The Con
With help from the FBI, Detective Lopez puts everything on the line to help Elijah Stone take down a gang leader in exchange for her…
16
Exposed
The team must stop a militia from detonating a highly combustible truck in their possession. Meanwhile, Officers Nolan, Thorson, Juarez and Detective Harper search for…
17
The Enemy Within (I)
Now that Elijah and Abril have become allies, the team must rely on Monica, Elijah’s lawyer, to uncover their plans. Meanwhile, Officers Nolan and Juarez…
18
Double Trouble
When Dim goes missing, Officer Chen and Sergeant Bradford, along with the CIA, set out to find him and enlist the help of Juicy.
19
A Hole in the World
The team investigates a pattern of kidnappings which leads them to a discovery that hits close to home with one of their own. Meanwhile, Lucy…
20
S.T.R.
Officer Tim Bradford’s ex-wife returns and asks the team to help her save someone from her undercover past. Isabel’s return also creates additional pressure in…
21
Going Under (I)
Officer Lucy Chen goes undercover to infiltrate an illegal firearm operation, and Detective Harper and Officer John Nolan work together to solve a mystery involving…
22
Under Siege
After one of their own is shot, the team suffers a series of close calls and realizes their division may be a target for a…
SEASON 6
01
Strike Back
In the aftermath of the assaults in the explosive season five finale, the team must now try to understand why they were targeted and if…
02
The Hammer
The team comes together to celebrate John and Bailey’s wedding; meanwhile, Celina discovers a discrepancy in her case, leading to a new discovery. Elsewhere, Lucy…
03
Trouble in Paradise
Nolan and Bailey’s honeymoon is more of a nightmare than a dream when it turns into an active crime scene. Meanwhile, Tim and Celina partner…
04
Training Day
It's Officer Aaron Thorsen's first day back since the assault, and he's tasked with a series of high-stress cases to determine whether he's ready to…
05
The Vow
When a toddler is found at the scene of a crime, John and Bailey must decide whether to let the child go to a shelter…
06
Secrets and Lies
Following their time as foster parents, Bailey has decided she wants to have a baby and forces John to reconsider their decision to not have…
07
Crushed
When two teenagers go missing, it is up to the entire team to find the girls and uncover the truth about their disappearance. Meanwhile, Lopez…
08
Punch Card
After a mafia-related mass casualty, the team is tasked to keep the peace at the hospital. Lucy and Celina work together to investigate the suspects…
09
The Squeeze
Officer Nolan and Celina take on a special case; meanwhile, Monica enlists help to identify her attackers. Elsewhere, Lopez and Harper discover a connection to…
10
Escape Plan
Sgt. Grey helps the team prepare for their biggest mission yet. Meanwhile, Aaron, Lopez, Celina, Tim and Smitty discover a surprising connection in their case.
SEASON 7
01
The Shot
Now recovering from a gunshot wound and feeling the effects of his age, John and the team welcome two new rookies and continue the hunt…
02
The Watcher
The team is tasked with community policing while hunting for a local vigilante. Meanwhile, Celina’s instincts are tested, and Tim and Lucy discover secrets about…
03
Out of Pocket
Ahead of Bailey's return home, John looks for clues to locate Jason Wyler. Then, Tim and Lucy swap rookies; a friendly face resurfaces at the…
04
Darkness Falling
Following his stint at the LAPD, Wesley returns to the district attorney's office where his past connects him to the team's investigation. Meanwhile, Bailey and…
05
Til Death
The team searches for a serial killer as Nyla struggles with the aftermath following the attack. Lucy’s relationship with Seth takes a turn, while Bailey…
06
The Gala
It’s Valentine’s Day, and Lieutenant Grey gives Tim and Lucy an unromantic assignment, while John and Celina track down a missing girl. Later, the team…
07
The Mickey
On Celina's last day as a rookie, John gives her one final test. Meanwhile, Bailey makes a new friend, and Lucy places her faith in…
08
Wildfire
Nyla remains suspicious of Liam Glasser as a wildfire erupts, causing chaos in the city. Meanwhile, James tries to help a friend, and Seth makes…
09
The Kiss
The team mobilizes to locate a suspect after a deadly series of events affects one of their own. Meanwhile, Celina takes on her first case…
10
Chaos Agent
John, Lucy and Angela investigate the suspicious stabbing of three teenage girls. Back at the station, the team experiences technical difficulties while managing a group…
11
Speed
John and Celina find themselves in a hostage situation while undercover for a public safety initiative. While Angela and Nyla investigate the suspects, Tim challenges…
12
April Fools
An April Fools' prank on LAPD’s social media leads to citywide chaos. Meanwhile, John's T.O. skills are tested, Wesley is assigned a challenging case, and…
13
Three Billboards
When anti-LAPD billboards emerge throughout the city, the team searches for who's responsible. Meanwhile, a car bombing prompts an investigation, Miles reconnects with an old…
14
Mad About Murder
Tim receives a strange message, launching a larger investigation into the dark web. Meanwhile, Celina works to take down a popular podcast, and Miles helps…
15
A Deadly Secret
Documentary filmmakers interview the LAPD on a complicated missing person's case connected to John.
16
The Return
The team has mixed feelings when a familiar face returns hoping to prove himself. Meanwhile, an influencer gets his fans to come after Wesley, and…
17
Mutiny and the Bounty
The team helps Skip Tracer Randy when his new love interest is kidnapped. Meanwhile, Angela and Nyla enlist their moms to help catch a con…
18
The Good, The Bad & The Oscar
John and Harper work together to catch Oscar. Angela investigates a bank robbery. Lucy and Tim learn to adapt to her new schedule, and Miles'…
SEASON 8
01
Czech Mate
The LAPD, FBI and Interpol work with Monica Stevens in Prague to target high-value terrorists operating within and outside the United States.
02
Fast Andy
When the president visits Los Angeles, the LAPD teams up with the Secret Service to ensure his safety and assess any major threats on their…
03
The Red Place
Nolan makes a quiet arrest, and Lucy and Celina race to rescue a kidnapping victim. Meanwhile, Harper and Lopez help outsmart a killer, and Miles…
04
Cut and Run
While out in the city, Nolan and Bailey witness a murder in public and immediately spring into action in the hopes of finding the person…
05
The Network
Lieutenant Grey and the FBI task force enlist the help of an old colleague to uncover a criminal network. Nolan, Miles, Lucy, and Celina respond…
06
Burn 4 Love
It's Valentine's Day, and the team is on the hunt for someone who is setting more than hearts on fire. Meanwhile, Celina thinks Miles' recent…
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SERIES INFO
8
Seasons
144
Episodes
Returning Series
Status
CREW
Creator
Alexi Hawley
Showrunner
Mark Gordon
Showrunner
Nathan Fillion
NETWORKS (1)
ABC
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Rookie about?
Starting over isn't easy, especially for small-town guy John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of being an LAPD officer. As the force's oldest rookie, he’s met with skepticism from some higher-ups who see him as just a walking midlife crisis.
Where can I watch The Rookie?
The Rookie is available on Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Universal+ Amazon Channel. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does The Rookie have?
The Rookie has 8 seasons with 144 episodes total.
Who created The Rookie?
The Rookie was created by Alexi Hawley.
Who stars in The Rookie?
The cast of The Rookie includes Nathan Fillion, Melissa O'Neil, Eric Winter, Alyssa Diaz, Mekia Cox.
What is the rating of The Rookie?
The Rookie has a rating of 8.5 out of 10 based on 2,949 votes on TMDB.
Is The Rookie still running?
The Rookie is currently active with a status of "Returning Series."
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